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Jeff Blair &amp; Richard Deitsch discuss the Maple Leafs' power play coming through in a win over the Golden Knights (2:43); At The Letters' Ben Nicholson-Smith on the Blue Jays' off-season, and previewing next week's GM Meetings (23:11); Leafs radio analyst Jim Ralph on the team's impressive recent stretch (46:08); Sports Illustrated's Grant Wahl on Toronto FC ahead of Sunday's MLS Cup match (1:09:14); The LA Times' Dan Woike on the Lakers and Clippers ahead of the Raptors' back-to-back visits to Staples Center (1:31:09); ESPN's Jon Champion on the MLS Cup (4:25PM). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Nov. 8: Viva The Leafs Power Play

Jeff Blair &amp; Richard Deitsch discuss the Leafs' win over the Kings, and John Tavares' return (5:51); Leafs Nation Network's Bob McGill on the Leafs getting back on track (20:31); Raptors voice Matt Devlin on Patrick McCaw's injury and Pascal Siakam's start to the season (47:03); Toronto FC goalkeeper Quentin Westberg ahead of Sunday's MLS Cup Final (1:09:00); NHL Shooting &amp; Scoring Coach Tim Turk on the evolution of shooting in the NHL, and the decline of the slap shot (1:31:38); Bergen Record/USA Today Yankees Beat Writer Pete Caldera on singing 'New York, New York' on The Late Show (1:49:10). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Nov. 6: What Happened To The Slap Shot?

Hubie Brown

Jeff Blair &amp; Richard Deitsch discuss the Leafs finally getting healthier; ESPN's Hubie Brown discusses the expectations on Pascal Siakam, and his vote for Fred VanVleet as the Finals MVP (21:57); ESPN's Jeff Passan on the start of free agency (45:44); Canadian Olympic skier Manny Osborne-Paradis in-studio on his attempted comeback from a leg injury (1:05:41); Hockey Night In Canada's Elliotte Friedman on the ongoing Dustin Byfuglien injury situation (1:29:00); Leafs Nation Pre- &amp; Post-Game's Gord Stellick on the latest with the Leafs (1:50:25); Jeff &amp; Richard discuss Drew Doughty's thoughts on dealing with the media.

Nov. 5: Discussing Siakam's Start with The Great Hubie Brown

Jeff Blair &amp; Richard Deitsch discuss the Washington Nationals victory tour, and the Leafs and Raptors weekends; Hockey Centrals Jeff Marek on the Leafs, and Jason Spezzas time with the team thus far; WFANs Ed Coleman on Carlos Beltráns hiring as Mets manager, and Marcus Stromans time in Queens thus far; Raptors Radio Analyst Paul Jones on the loss in Milwaukee ; Sportsnets Shi Davidi on the Blue Jays acquisition of Chase Anderson from the Brewers; NFL on CBS Amy Trask on Lamar Jackson and the Ravens win over the Patriots, and the rest of the NFL weekend; The Monday Roundtable w/ Ashley Docking and Arash Madani!

November 4: The Bucks Stop The Raptors

Jeff Blair &amp; Richard Deitsch discuss the possibility of the Raptors recruiting Giannis Antetokounmpo in 2021 (4:25); Former NHL defenceman Brian Campbell on the evolution of the modern NHL blue liner (22:49); The Toronto Star's Doug Smith on the Raptors and Bucks ahead of their first meeting since the Eastern Conference Finals (49:42); NHL.com's Tim Campbell on Dustin Byfugliens current situation with the Jets (1:09:40); Sportsnet's Luke Fox on the latest with the Maple Leafs (1:31:35); Jeff &amp; Richard discuss the news that Sean Doolittle will be skipping the Washington Nationals' White House visit (1:50:26); The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal on the Mets' hiring of Carlos Beltrán as manager, and on the future outlook for the Blue Jays (2:01:52). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Jeff Blair &amp; Richard Deitsch discuss the possibility of the Raptors recruiting Giannis Antetokounmpo in 2021 (4:25); Former NHL defenceman Brian Campbell on the evolution of the modern NHL blue liner (22:49); The Toronto Star's Doug Smith on the Raptors and Bucks ahead of their first meeting since the Eastern Conference Finals (49:42); <a href="http://NHL.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">NHL.com</a>'s Tim Campbell on Dustin Byfugliens current situation with the Jets (1:09:40); Sportsnet's Luke Fox on the latest with the Maple Leafs (1:31:35); Jeff &amp; Richard discuss the news that Sean Doolittle will be skipping the Washington Nationals' White House visit (1:50:26); The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal on the Mets' hiring of Carlos Beltrán as manager, and on the future outlook for the Blue Jays (2:01:52). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Nov. 1: The Greek Freak?

Jeff Blair &amp; Richard Deitsch discuss the significance of the Washington Nationals' World Series win to Montrealers and Expos fan (1:50); ESPN's Taylor Twellman on Toronto FC's advancement to the MLS Cup Final (25:19); 710 ESPN Seattle's John Clayton on the NFL ahead of Week 9 (47:49); Dan Shulman wraps up the World Series (1:09:01); TVA Sports' Renaud Lavoie looks around the NHL (1:30:54); The Washington Times' Thom Loverro on the Nationals' win (1:55:28). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Oct. 31: Remember The Expos

Jeff Blair &amp; Richard Deitsch discuss the wild Game 6 of the World Series, and Dwane Casey's legacy in Toronto ahead of another return with the Detroit Pistons tonight (7:39); Football Ramble Daily co-host Luke Aaron Moore ahead of the popular soccer podcast's Toronto tour stop on November 7th (26:14); Sportsnet's Buck Martinez on the World Series (47:47); FOX Sports' Rob Stone on Toronto FC ahead of the MLS East Final against Atlanta United (1:09:49); NHL on Sportsnet's Chris Johnston on the Leafs' power play struggles, and Alex Ovechkin's remarks about Toronto's need to play differently if they wish to win a Stanley Cup (1:32:12); Justin Morneau in-studio on the World Series ahead of the deciding Game 7 (1:53:05).

Oct. 30: The World Series goes seven

Nicklas Lidstrom

Teemu Selanne

Jeff Blair &amp; Richard Deitsch discuss Alex Ovechkin's comments about how the Maple Leafs won't be able to win the Stanley Cup with their current style of play; Hockey Hall of Famer Nicklas Lidstrom on his new book, "The Pursuit of Perfection," and playing for Mike Babcock; Hockey Hall of Famer Teemu Selanne in-studio on his new book, "My Life;" ESPN's Jeff Passan on the World Series; Hockey Night In Canada's Elliotte Friedman on the Ovechkin remarks; Raptors voice Matt Devlin on the team's successful start to the season.

October 29: Teemu Selanne & Nicklas Lidstrom

Jeff Blair &amp; Richard Deitsch discuss the Houston Astros' resurgence to the brink of winning the World Series; Hockey Central's Jeff Marek on the Leafs' early-season struggles (21:02); Breaking down the classy response of Southampton FC's players to their record-setting 9-0 loss to Leicester City; ESPN's Howard Bryant on the World Series (47:25); CBS Sports' Amy Trask on the NFL weekend (63:44); Sportsnet's Michael Grange on Nick Nurse's coaching of the Raptors' start to the season (1:20:10); The Writers Bloc Roundtable (w/ Shi Davidi &amp; Nick Alberga) breaks down the World Series, and the Leafs' campaign thus far (1:30:50). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Oct. 29: The Astros Take Lift-Off

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Jeff Blair &amp; Stephen Brunt discuss the expectations surrounding the Toronto Raptors' championship defence (4:29); Toronto FC GM Ali Curtis discusses the club's run to the MLS' East Final (21:38); Sportsnet's Hazel Mae on the Astros' handling of the Brandon Taubman incident (49:07); Sportsnet 650's Corey Hirsch on the Leafs' and Canucks' starts to the season (1:06:56); Justin Morneau on the World Series, and his friend and former teammate Gerrit Cole (1:30:05); Leafs Nation Pre- &amp; Post-Game's Gord Stellick on the Leafs' start to the season (1:57:36). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Oct. 25: The World Series Goes To Washington

Gord Stellick and Stephen Brunt are joined by John Clayton [12:56] and Nick Alberga [27:02] ahead of the round table ft. Stellick, Brunt, Michael Grange and Elliotte Friedman.

Oct. 11: The End Of An Era

Jeff Blair and Richard Deitsch host: TVA Sports' Renaud Lavoie joins the show to chat about the Toronto Maple Leafs' John Tavares announcement as captain [1:07], and the roundtable commences with Sportsnet's Shi Davidi and HNIC's David Amber where they discuss the impact of the C on the chest in different leagues [40:05], California introducing the Fair Play to Pay Act [1:10:37], tying the knot on the 2019 Blue Jays season [1:30:01], and the MLB postseason who are the favourite to win their division series [1:52:07].

Oct. 04: The impact of the letter C

Jeff Blair and Stephen Brunt are in for the penultimate edition of Prime Time Sports! They kick things off by speaking to Erik Erlendsson of LightningInsider.com ahead of the Lightning's tilt vs. the Leafs down at Scotiabank Arena (29:02); Sportsnet's Brian Burke joins in-studio for a look at the Leafs, including how the lack of fighting spirit might hurt them going forward in the playoffs (41:04); Sportsnet's Dan Shulman joins ahead of Rays/Astros G5 to break down the madness in Atlanta and Los Angeles last night, and looks ahead to the waiting NLCS (1:08:35); The Toronto Star's Doug Smith to break down the Raptors' preseason thus far, including two games vs. the Rockets in Tokyo, Japan (1:31:20); CBS Sports' David Samson joins to discuss the finer details of the Dodgers losing, leaving Kenley Jansen on the shelf, Dave Roberts' managing prowess (or lack thereof), and tonights Game 5 (1:55:55).

Jeff Blair and Stephen Brunt are in for the penultimate edition of Prime Time Sports! They kick things off by speaking to Erik Erlendsson of <a href="http://LightningInsider.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LightningInsider.com</a> ahead of the Lightning's tilt vs. the Leafs down at Scotiabank Arena (29:02); Sportsnet's Brian Burke joins in-studio for a look at the Leafs, including how the lack of fighting spirit might hurt them going forward in the playoffs (41:04); Sportsnet's Dan Shulman joins ahead of Rays/Astros G5 to break down the madness in Atlanta and Los Angeles last night, and looks ahead to the waiting NLCS (1:08:35); The Toronto Star's Doug Smith to break down the Raptors' preseason thus far, including two games vs. the Rockets in Tokyo, Japan (1:31:20); CBS Sports' David Samson joins to discuss the finer details of the Dodgers losing, leaving Kenley Jansen on the shelf, Dave Roberts' managing prowess (or lack thereof), and tonights Game 5 (1:55:55).

Oct. 10: The Word Of The Day Is Penultimate

Jeff Blair &amp; Stephen Brunt discuss the Washington Nationals' 2-0 World Series lead (4:29); Masai Ujiri's bringing of the Larry O'Brien Trophy to Africa w/ HBO's David Scott (27:02); Teeing up NFL Week 8 w/ ESPN's John Clayton (45:35); How the World Series is being taken in Montreal w/ legendary Expos voice Jacques Doucet (1:13:31); A wild week of baseball news w/ David Samson of CBS Sports HQ &amp; "Nothing Personal w/ David Samson" (1:30:58); Breaking news as the Houston Astros fire Assistant GM Brandon Taubman and finally apologize to SI reporter Stephanie Apstein (1:57:13).The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Jeff Blair &amp; Stephen Brunt discuss the Washington Nationals' 2-0 World Series lead (4:29); Masai Ujiri's bringing of the Larry O'Brien Trophy to Africa w/ HBO's David Scott (27:02); Teeing up NFL Week 8 w/ ESPN's John Clayton (45:35); How the World Series is being taken in Montreal w/ legendary Expos voice Jacques Doucet (1:13:31); A wild week of baseball news w/ David Samson of CBS Sports HQ &amp; "Nothing Personal w/ David Samson" (1:30:58); Breaking news as the Houston Astros fire Assistant GM Brandon Taubman and finally apologize to SI reporter Stephanie Apstein (1:57:13).<br><br>The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Oct. 24: World Series Distractions

It's the debut of Writers Bloc! In the first hour, Jeff Blair and Stephen Brunt are joined by a plethora of in-studio guests as the NHL on Sportsnet's Jeff Marek sticks around after Hockey Central, and two guys named Tim and Sid surprise Jeff and Stephen in-studio on the day that they make their return to the Sportsnet 590 The FAN airwaves. In the next hour, Dan Shulman checks-in from New York where he is calling the ALCS between the Yankees and Astros for ESPN Radio; and T.J. Quinn of "Outside the Lines" calls-in to discuss his investigative piece surrounding the death of Los Angeles Angels' pitcher Tyler Skaggs.  In the final hour, the holiday roundtable assembles with Blair, Brunt, Shi Davidi, and Nick Alberga as the guys discuss the NHL, this past weekend in the National Football League, and the postseason in Major League Baseball.

Oct. 14: The Debut of the Writers Bloc

Jeff and Stephen kick off the show with their initial reaction on the Raptor's season opener and why they're concerned with the performance of the Leafs lately; Dan Shulman gives his take on game 1 of the World Series; Chris Johnston discusses the current state of the Toronto Maple Leafs; Jorge Sedano explains why the Clippers performance was even more impressive than the score suggests and how they can establish themselves a powerhouse; Leo Rautins talks about the record breaking viewership for the Raptors' first game of the season; and Adam Van Koeverden joins in studio to talk about his future in the House of Commons. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Oct. 23: Raptors get their rings and Matthews calls out his team

Jeff Blair &amp; Richard Deitsch host: At The Letters Ben Nicholson-Smith &amp; Arden Zwelling join the show for a roundtable discussing the end of the Blue Jays season; Jeff &amp; Richard delve into the Maple Leafs final roster cuts ahead of Wednesdays opener (55:40); Bobsleigh Canada Skeleton driver and Olympic gold medalist Justin Kripps discusses the organizations decision to release Kaillie Humphries, allowing Humphries to join the US national team (1:05:04); Raptors Radio Voice Eric Smith discusses the start of the teams training camp in Quebec City (1:30:00); CBS Sports Amy Trask delves into the NFL off of Week 4, including Vontaze Burficts suspension for the remainder of the season, New Orleans Sunday night win over the previously-undefeated Dallas Cowboys, and a signature win for Baker Mayfield and the Browns over Baltimore (1:52:36).

September 30: Blue Jays Year-End Roundtable

Jeff Blair &amp; Richard Deitsch host: We discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs as the season gets underway tonight, and recap Tuesday's thrilling Washington Nationals win over the Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Wild Card game (2:11); Toronto Maple Leafs great Wendel Clark discusses his anticipation for the season, and the role of the captain in the modern NHL (27:15); Sportsnet 650's Corey Hirsch previews the NHL season (44:22); Author of Curveball and former MLB pitcher Barry Zito discusses his life in the game, and the new book (1:13:37); Sportsnet's Dan Shulman on the Nationals' win over the Brewers, and previewing the AL Wild Card Game between the A's &amp; Rays, which he's in Oakland to call (1:32:23); Leafs Nation Pre- &amp; Post-Game's Gord Stellick on the Leafs ahead of puck drop (1:55:40).

Oct. 2: The NHL Is Back!

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